Classic Portugal: Mainland & Azores Adventure

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12 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

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Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Highlights

Savour local delicacies and awaken your inner port wine connoisseur.

Wander through the enchanting seven hills of Lisbon.

Embark on a mystical hike to the Azores’ highest and most mesmerizing body of water.

Lose yourself in a walking tour of Angra do Heroísmo’s UNESCO World Heritage site.

Step into the mysterious glow of ancient lava caves and marvel at nature’s hidden wonders

Itinerary

Dive into 12 magical days of vibrant cities, world-class wines, and stunning UNESCO World Heritage Sites — all wrapped up in jaw-dropping architecture. Then, switch gears and dive into the wild beauty of the Azores, where dramatic volcanic landscapes, lush hiking trails, and soothing geothermal hot springs await. Explore the lively streets of Porto, Coimbra, and Lisbon before hitting some of the Azores’ most epic hikes sure to get your heart racing and your soul soaring. This, right here, is the ultimate mix of culture, nature, and unforgettable moments — the very heart of Portugal, all in one trip!

day 1 - Lisbon

Arrive at any time.

If visiting the historic district of Belém is on your bucket list, we recommend arriving early on this Day to explore its major sites like the Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower. Most attractions in Belém are closed on Mondays.

Accomodation:Hotel Roma Lisbon (or similar)

Included Activity:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

Optional Activities:Sao Jorge Castle Climb up to this Moorish castle for a wander around the impressive grounds on a guided tour, and a great view over Lisbon and Tagus River., Santa Justa Lift Take a ride up 147ft from the lowest to highest points of Portugal. Sit back and enjoy the views., Alfama District Visit Explore Lisbon’s past in Alfama, one of the city’s oldest quarters. Wander along narrow medieval streets lined with typical tile-covered façades and take a step back in time; the area largely survived the great earthquake of 1755, and still retains much of its original layout. Listen for Portugal's traditional music, fado, gracing the streets at night., Visit to Mercado da Ribeira Market (aka Time Out Market) Take a wander through this traditional food market, Lisbon's main market since 1892. The stalls selling fresh produce are open between 6am and 2pm., Rossio Square Stop in this lively square to get a taste of the local hustle and bustle., Belém District Visit , Belém Tower Take a trip to the coastline to see this charming fort, built to protect Lisbon from raiders invading from the sea. Climb up the tower for great views of the ocean and surrounding city.

day 2 - Lisbon

Enjoy a CEO-led orientation walk of Lisbon. The rest of the Day is free for exploration. In the evening enjoy a Fado performance and traditional Portuguese dinner in one of Lisbon's oldest neighbourhoods.
Opt to take a day trip into the foothills of the surrounding mountains to Sintra. Get lost in the city's winding streets lined with pastel coloured houses, palaces, majestic gardens and lush forests. It doesn't get more postcard-worthy than this.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Hotel Roma Lisbon (or similar)

Included Activities:Lisbon Orientation Walk, Fado Night with Traditional Portuguese Meal Duration : 2.0 hr

Optional Activities:Alfama District Visit Explore Lisbon’s past in Alfama, one of the city’s oldest quarters. Wander along narrow medieval streets lined with typical tile-covered façades and take a step back in time; the area largely survived the great earthquake of 1755, and still retains much of its original layout. Listen for Portugal's traditional music, fado, gracing the streets at night., Santa Justa Lift Take a ride up 147ft from the lowest to highest points of Portugal. Sit back and enjoy the views., Lisbon Food Tour , Visit to Mercado da Ribeira Market (aka Time Out Market) Take a wander through this traditional food market, Lisbon's main market since 1892. The stalls selling fresh produce are open between 6am and 2pm., Rossio Square Stop in this lively square to get a taste of the local hustle and bustle., Sao Jorge Castle Climb up to this Moorish castle for a wander around the impressive grounds on a guided tour, and a great view over Lisbon and Tagus River., Visit to Sintra Take a break from reality to visit the fairytale-like town of Sintra. Get lost exploring the colourful manors, medieval palaces, and lush gardens of this UNESCO World Heritage site.

day 3 - Lisbon/Coimbra

Leave Lisbon behind and head north to the small hill town of Batalha, best known for its ornate gothic monastery built to commemorate Portugal's victory in the infamous battle of Aljubarrota. Visit the historic Monastery of Batalha with free time to wander the grounds. Continue to the medieval capital of Portugal, Coimbra.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Hotel Astoria Coimbra (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle

Included Activity:Monastery of Batalha Visit

day 4 - Coimbra

Enjoy a free Day to explore Coimbra. Opt to visit the famous Coimbra University, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2013 (and also the inspiration for Harry Potter's Hogwarts). Explore the winding streets and the riverfront filled with restaurants and bars, or opt for a Day trip to the nearby coastal town of Aveiro or the pilgrimage sites of Fátima.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Hotel Astoria Coimbra (or similar)

Optional Activities:Joanina Library , University of Coimbra Visit , Fátima Visit , Aveiro Visit A popular local getaway, Aveiro is known for its eye-catching Art Nouveau architecture and colourful boats (called moliceiro) that cruise through the city's canals. Dubbed the "Venice of Portugal", a moliceiro ride costs around 8-10€ person and is a lovely way to see this coastal town, approx. 1 hour from Coimbra by public transport., Conimbriga Ruins Take a visit to the best preserved Roman ruins in Portugal.

day 5 - Coimbra/Porto

Continue to the historic and vibrant coastal town of Porto in the morning, and take an orientation walk upon arrival.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Ibis Porto Centro São Bento (or similar)

Transport:Local Train Duration : 1.5 hr Distance : 120 km

Included Activity:Orientation With CEO Duration : 0.5 hr - 1.0 hr

day 6 - Porto

Free Day to explore Porto. Opt to take a cruise down the Douro River, or explore the city which gained UNESCO World Heritage designation in 1996. In the evening enjoy a visit to the port wine cellars and a tasting.
Head down Allies Avenue to see the French-inspired buildings. Bargain at the Bolhão Market. Wander the city's World Heritage-listed Ribeira district, visit São Francisco church, the palatial former 19th-century stock market Palácio de Bolsa or head to the Clerigos Tower for a panoramic view of the city.

In the evening, become an Port wine connoisseur with a visit to the cellars and a port wine tasting.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Ibis Porto Centro São Bento (or similar)

Included Activity:Port Wine Cellar Visit

Optional Activities:Ribeira Square Take some time to walk around this charming square and get in with the local hustle and bustle., Porto Cathedral , Porto Ribeira Cruise Board a boat down Portugal's Douro River, or "river of gold". Float along this ancient route used for centuries as a port wine shipper's route., Sao Bento Railway Station The blue painted tiles on the inside of São Bento railway station makes it one of the most beautiful train stations in the world. See for yourself., Clerigos Church and Tower Built by the same architect who constructed the Porto Cathedral, the Clérigos Church and Tower is a beautiful Baroque landmark in its own right. Opt to climb over 200 steps to the top of the bell tower for a panoramic view of the city and the Duoro River., Lello Bookstore Take a wander around this incredible, and beautifully ornate bookstore built in 1906. , Palacio da Bolsa Join a half-hour guided tour of this neoclassical monument.

day 7 - Porto/Ponta Delgada

Transfer to the airport this morning and board an unescorted flight to Ponta Delgada. Enjoy free time to settle in upon arrival and meet with your new CEO this evening at the hotel.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:NEAT Hotel Avenida Ponta Delgada (or similar)

Transport:Plane Duration : 2.5 hr

day 8 - Ponta Delgada

Hike from Ribeira Funda to Maia along the dramatic and beautiful north coast of the island of São Miguel. Pause to eat lunch at Praia da Viola, also known as the 'secret beach.' Along the way pass many viewpoints along the coast of the island. The tour ends in the friendly parish of Maia. After returning from the hike the group will head into Furnas town for a visit to the Terra Nostra Gardens and geothermal hot springs. While there, the group will have a chance to take a dip in the natural hot waters or wander around the 24-acre botanical garden.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Accomodation:NEAT Hotel Avenida Ponta Delgada (or similar)

Included Activities:Ribeira Funda to Maia Hike Duration : 4.0 hr Distance : 8 km, Terra Nostra Geothermal Hot Spring Visit

day 9 - Ponta Delgada

Spend the morning on a hike to the highest body of water in the Azores, Lagoa do Fogo, "lake of fire". Wander down to the shores of the lake through a forest of Eucalyptus and Japanese Cedars. Later, after a picnic lunch, travel to the Sete Cidades Parish and hike the trails for stunning views of the lakes within the caldera.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Accomodation:NEAT Hotel Avenida Ponta Delgada (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 0.5 hr, Private Vehicle Duration : 1.0 hr, Private Vehicle Duration : 0.75 hr

Included Activities:Lagoa do Fogo Hike Duration : 2.5 hr Distance : 7 km, Sete Cidades Parish Hike Duration : 3.0 hr Distance : 10 km

Optional Activities:Jardim António Borges , Forte de São Brás

day 10 - Ponta Delgada/Angra do Heroísmo

Fly from São Miguel to Terceira island, considered the capital of Azorean culture. Meet your CEO and hit the trails. Hike 9.5km on a circular route right in the middle of the island. Enjoy beautiful views of the Azinhal Valley and Biscoitos village with its rocky lava formations that meet the sea. Later, enjoy a walking tour of Angra do Heroísmo, the capital city, and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Hotel Cruzeiro (or similar)

Transport:Plane Duration : 0.75 hr - 1.0 hr, Private Vehicle Duration : 0.5 hr

Included Activities:Rocha do Chambre hike Duration : 3.5 hr Distance : 10 km, Angra do Heroísmo Walking Tour Duration : 0.5 hr - 0.75 hr Distance : 3 km

day 11 - Angra do Heroísmo

Head to the middle of the island with stunning views of the agricultural patchwork fields contrasted by the centuries old lava flow (often called the Black Lagoon). Here we hike the Mistérios Negros trail and visit the Algar do Carvão lava caves.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Accomodation:Hotel Cruzeiro (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle

Included Activity:Mistérios Negros trail Hike and Algar do Carvão lava caves Duration : 5.0 hr - 6.0 hr Distance : 7 km

day 12 - Angra do Heroísmo

Depart at any time.

Meal:Breakfast

Included Activity:Departure Day

Classic Portugal: Mainland & Azores Adventure

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Accommodation

Hotels (11 nts).

Meals

11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 dinner
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Transport

Walking, private vehicle, train, hiking, plane.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Included activities

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Hands-On Moment: Port Wine Cellar Visit, PortoLisbon orientation walkBatalha gothic monastery entrance and visitPorto orientation walkRibeira Funda to Maia hikeAngra do Heroísmo Walking TourVisit to the Terra Nostra Geothermal Hot SpringsHike to the highest body of water in the Azores Lagoa do FogoMistérios Negros trail Hike and Algar do Carvão lava cavesSete Cidades Parish HikeRocha do Chambre hikeInternal flight

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